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Wordle #149 “April 3rd, 2017″- Altschmerzism

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Michael

This week’s words: Cleft  Simple  Pearl Altschmerz n. weariness with the same old issues that you’ve always had—the same boring flaws and anxieties you’ve been gnawing on for years, which leaves them soggy and tasteless and inert, with nothing interesting left to … Continue reading →

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Writing Prompt #202 “It’s All in the Title” – The Washbasin

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Michael

The Washbasin It all starts with the door slamming The key turning, that definite click and jangle of keys The heavy steps walking away. I’ve spent the day in the clinic, I keep telling them the washbasin is weird, There’s … Continue reading →

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First Line Friday 31.03.17 – The Music Box

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Michael

Your line for this week is: The music box sat on the shelf for years until he walked in.   For the first time, I paid it any attention. Today the lid was up and the tiny pink ballerina was … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver/Fairy Tale #113: the quest 30.03.17 – Sir Gladys Thostle

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Michael

Prince Charming woke up to another day of boredom in the Tower of Boredom. PC (as he was known to his friends) had been stuck in the tower for a long time. Ransoms had been demanded, but so far none … Continue reading →

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Wordle #148 “March 27th, 2017″ – Josh Lutalica

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Michael

 This week’s words: Cheek Heavy Insect Skin a Razor- Drive a hard bargain. Instant Greed Helpless Meander Assail Mediocre Passage Lutalica   Josh Lutalica was often asked the question of what is it like to be you. He was an … Continue reading →

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Saturday Mix – March 25, 2017 – Bastet – Spring

Posted on March 25, 2017 by Michael

Image: Edgewood Garden, Washington State   A brief story about spring. The first thing is the increase in warmth. The sun seems stronger, the light brighter and around you there appear the first of the spring blossoms. You realise the … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver No 110 – Sight – 23rd March – Cletus’ Disappointment.

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Michael

Image: Google Images: Labeled for re-use. Insight Hindsight Eyesight Oversight And so, the game went on. Greg and Wayne loved word games. It was there chance to outdo the other and not feel the urge to resort to violence. When … Continue reading →

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Wordle #147 “March 20th, 2017″ Heliotrope Ballet

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Michael

This week’s words: Latch Ballet Levitate Heliotrope ((n.) Any hairy plant belonging to the genus Heliotropium, of the borage family, as H. arborescens, cultivated for its small, fragrant purple flowers. Any of various other plants, as the valerian or the winter heliotrope. … Continue reading →

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Saturday Mix — Lorraine 18.03.17 – Walking – Four-Sentences

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Michael

Its 4am, and I am awake and know I need to get to the bathroom. I walk through the dark house, trip on a child’s toy and step on a dead cockroach. My feet reel in agony and horror at … Continue reading →

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Finish off Fridays #10: the dress off 17.03.17 – The Well Dressed Moose + The Leprachaun

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Michael

Edith stood back and looked at her efforts; surely this year hers would be the best dressed moose in town. What with mum’s best beads and grandma’s best hat it had to be a winner. After all she wasn’t going … Continue reading →

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